Drawing Dragons - How to Draw Mythical Creatures for the Beginner – Learn to Draw Books

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Drawing Dragons - How to Draw Mythical Creatures for the Beginner – Learn to Draw Books

Drawing Dragons - How to Draw Mythical Creatures for the BeginnerINTRODUCTIONPART I | DRAGONS: GENERAL FACTS AND FICTIONDRAGONS IN EUROPEAN MYTHOLOGYDRAGONS IN ASIAN CULTUREDRAGONS IN MYSTICISM AND RELIGIONTHE DRAGON REALMALIENS AND DRAGONSREBIRTH OF DRAGONS IN MODERN ART AND MEDIAPUFF THE FRIENDLY DRAGONANCIENT SCROLL
Drawing Dragons - How to Draw Mythical Creatures for the BeginnerINTRODUCTIONPART I | DRAGONS: GENERAL FACTS AND FICTIONDRAGONS IN EUROPEAN MYTHOLOGYDRAGONS IN ASIAN CULTUREDRAGONS IN MYSTICISM AND RELIGIONTHE DRAGON REALMALIENS AND DRAGONSREBIRTH OF DRAGONS IN MODERN ART AND MEDIAPUFF THE FRIENDLY DRAGONANCIENT SCROLLS AND TATTOO ARTPART II | HOW TO DRAW DRAGONSDRAWING TOOLSTHE DRAWING PROCESSSETTING A CREATIVE INTENTIONPARTS OF THE DRAGONEASTERN DRAGONLines, Shapes and Gesture DrawingForm Construction - contourDetailingWESTERN DRAGONS29Lines, Shapes and Gesture DrawingForm Construction - contourDetailingRENDERINGBASIC RENDERING EXERCISESDRAGON RENDERINGGLOSSARYTHE AUTHORIntroductionFantasy has been in existence since time immemorial. From myths that tell of the earth’s creation, to folk and old wives’ tales that explain life and its mysteries, to bedtime stories that fill the dreams and imaginations of children… they have enthralled audiences of all ages from every era. One of the most treasured of these fantasy creatures are the dragons. While there is not a trace proving their existence, there is a minefield of precious artifacts that reveal humanity’s fascination with them.Where did they originate? How long had they been around? What caused their disappearance? Maybe the answers will remain a mystery, but an exploration into the world, where fire-breathing creatures come alive, would always be a worthwhile endeavor.The first of the How to Draw Mythical Creatures for the Absolute Beginner series, Dragons is divided into two parts. Part Oneexplores the presence of dragons in Art and Pop Culture. Part Two equips novices with the necessary drawing processes and techniques. Using the most basic of tools, you will be provided with straightforward instructions that aim to bolster your creative skills.Included in the drawing process is a discussion on rendering techniques and exercises. Rudimentary to the beginning artist, the discussion is succinct, direct, yet thorough. Moreover, a glossary has been included to aid the absolute beginner. This will keep one from getting caught in the trap of confounding words frequently used not only in this book, but also in the drawing community.May every reader enjoy this delightful guide into the mythical!